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Review by Tina

"Ana is super prepared and knows how to maximize the time we have together. She gives interesting articles to read for conversational engagement and prepa

res lessons to practice specific parts of the Spanish language. I have learned so much in just 5 lessons!"

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Boston, MA teacher:
Ana S.

Review by Estrella

"Ana is a very good teacher Spanish. She is always so prepared and keeps me motivated by making the lessons very interesting. My Spanish has improved a lot

since i started the lessons. She is very professional, reliable and nice. If you are looking for a very good Spanish teacher, dont look any further!"

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Boston, MA teacher:
Ana S.

Review by Katelyn

"Ana is a very, very effective and enjoyable teacher. I'm trying to learn Spanish for a specific work context, and she's gone above and beyond to customize

my lessons for that need. She's also been flexible and patient with my changing schedule. I couldn't recommend her more."

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Boston, MA teacher:
Ana S.

Review by Susan

"Ana does a great job with preparation and starting dialogue. In addition she explains questions very well and I really enjoy my classes with her. I actual

ly look forward to them! Thank Ana for your help."

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Boston, MA teacher:
Ana S.

Review by Rene

"Ana has been teaching me to speak Spanish for the last four months and i can only but praise her for her dedication and professionalism. Her wonderful com

mand of the English language helps me so much better in coming to grips with Spanish."

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Boston, MA teacher:
Ana S.

Review by Matt

"Ana is fantastic. I am looking forward to working with her as much as possible."

Boston, MA teacher:
Ana S.

Review by Nicolás FM

"Ana is a wonderful tutor. She is always prepared and makes learning Spanish a great deal of fun! Moreover, she is kind and patient. I highly recommend

her."

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Boston, MA teacher:
Ana S.

Review by Carlijn

"Ana is a very enthusiastic teacher. She has a lot of humor and ensures that the lessons are never boring. She uses different methods besides the reader to

learn the language faster. She is very motivated and patient and ensures in a fun way for you to be inspired to work harder, making it easier to learn the language. If you want a good teacher, choose Ana. She's great!"

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Boston, MA teacher:
Ana S.

Review by Javier

"Ana is my Spanish teacher through the Fuentes company in the Netherlands. We're a group of 8 people. Ana is very enthusiastic during our classes and she t

eaches with a lot of humour. She makes sure that every student gets to participate during classes. And she creates a great learning environment."

About Itai G.

About Itai

Itai graduated from SUNY Purchase with a BA in Studio Composition in 2007, and from Hebrew College with a Masters' Degree in Jewish Education in June, 2016. He has been working in after-school, Hebrew school, camp, and other supplementary educational settings for over ten years. Itai's Hebrew students are either studying for their bnei mitzvah, maintaining their conversational Hebrew, or learning for the purpose of competence of services or Torah study. His piano students have ranged from five-year olds just starting, to young children learning Classical pieces, to teens learning to play the songs they like, to adults working on their songwriting and improvisation. Lessons will accommodate the student's goals. Itai's strengths are improvisation, music theory and ear training, and accompaniment of popular songs - rock, theater, pop, folk,

etc. As a musician, Itai writes songs, composes music for communal singing, improvises, and plays in a Klezmer band. Aside from tutoring, Itai works as a songleader, teaches at the Hebrew school at his synagogue, growing a new outdoor Hebrew school, and occasionally teaches at an outdoor education program.

Please feel free to get in touch and ask questions!

Please note that there's a name I don't use anymore and one of my reviews reflects that. Yes I am the same person.

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Gracie H. October 29, 2018·Hebrew·Online

Zachary H. August 29, 2018·Hebrew·Online

This first class was great. We had some small problems with the camera and voice, but that had nothing to do with Itai. My son was excited when class was over. He is looking forward to his next lesson.

Mardah C. June 26, 2018·Hebrew·Online

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Itai G.

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

(6)

starting at

$40
/ 30-min

About Bryan P.

About Bryan

Dr. Bryan Pollock, countertenor, completed his Doctorate of Musical Arts (Voice Performance) at Boston University where he taught private voice and class voice for three years in addition to holding his own voice studio. In 2013 he graduated magna cum laude from the University of California, Irvine with his Masters in Fine Arts, vocal performance. In 2010 he received his Bachelors in Music from East Carolina University in vocal performance. He received vocal instruction from Dr. Lynn Eustis, Dr. Darryl Taylor, Dr. Louise Toppin, and John Kramar. His piano instructors were Dr. Keiko Sekino and Rebecca Miller. He has performed in over twenty fully-staged operatic productions and five fully-staged musical theatre productions.

Dr. Pollock has travelled extensively during his career throughout the U.S. as well as England, Austria, Italy

, Turkey, Canada, and the Czech Republic. He has a firm knowledge of German, Italian, and French vocal repertory, diction, and languages while specialising in English diction for the non-native speaker and/or singer.

During his time in Orange County, CA, he held his own music studio. While there he taught over thirty students (Ages 5-45+) voice and piano privately. Additionally, he taught as a TA for UC Irvine int he subjects of Music Theory, Voice Performance, and an introductory music course for non-majors.

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Shewit G. July 5, 2018·Singing·In studio

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Tom January 13, 2018·Vocal Training·In studio

Bryan is a great instructor and seriously knows what he's teaching. I would recommend him to anyone looking for voice lessons!

Aidan C. December 13, 2017·Acting·In studio

Aidan needed a good kickstar, Bryan is such a great teacher , gave my son a great introduction to acting . He is kind and an excellent motivator for kids ( our experience ) strongly recommended. Five stars

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Bryan P.

Waltham, MA 02452

(7)

starting at

$32
/ 30-min

About Chryssa M.

About Chryssa

ESL/ELA licensed in the state of Massachusetts, working as an ESL teacher in Worcester Public Schools.

I am Greek , I lived in Greece for all my life until recently that I have moved to Worcester MA. I have a Master in Psychology of Education & Didactics -my Master thesis and dissertation was on Asperger syndrome- and a Bachelor degree both in English and Greek literature. I can speak fluent Greek as it is my mother tongue.I have been working as a teacher for about 26 years and have led many of my students to being successful in their foreign language tests in Cambridge University ESL exams, Michigan University ESL exams, Pearson, TIE, TOEFL . I am patient and I know how to discover the real needs of my students so that I can adapt my teaching. My main teaching fields are ESL, Greek language, and Writing.I am also an author. I ha

ve written a novel published in Melbourne, Australia and I have taken part in two short stories collection, one in London U.K and one in Greece. I have also several short stories published in American and Greek magazines.You can find information about me on my website: avgimeleti.weebly. com

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Kiley B. September 5, 2017·Greek·In studio

Chryssa has been an amazing teacher so far! She really knows how to teach a difficult language without overwhelming a beginner learner but while still moving at a pace that is comfortable and productive. Chryssa is patient and good at identifying what is difficult for you. I would recommend Chryssa to anyone wanting to learn Greek.

Matt September 24, 2016·Greek·In home

Chrysa is very good! Greek is difficult but she knows how to explain, what to explain and why to explain. Nice person, very patient and polite. Funny too!

Cathy September 24, 2016·ESL·Online

Amazing teacher. I loved the way she taught me writing, so much enthusiasm and imagination!

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Chryssa M.

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Chryssa M.

Shrewsbury, MA 01545

(3)

starting at

$30
/ 30-min

About ali Y.

About ali

My name is Ali Y, I graduated from Boston University with a master degree in 2017. Before I graduate, I started to teach violin and Mandarin in Takelessons, as you can see in my reviews, I have a very high rating since I started, every student like to play violin with me because I always can see their smile in the lesson.

I’ve begun to study in BU with Professor Bayla Keyes since 2015, in these two years, I’ve learned a lot from her, not only my violin skill but also a lot of teaching methods.

I got my bachelor degree in Renmin University of China, which is one of the best university in China. I had 24 students before I came to the States, several of them won the first prize in different violin competition.

I’m very patient. And I know how to commute with students. Most of my student can learn very fast and be very happy at t

he same time. I hope my student to love music instead of just playing the music.

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Iyore I. September 25, 2018·Mandarin·In home

Ali is great! Patient, knowledgeable and flexible

Jim C. August 14, 2018·Violin·Online

Autumn A. June 7, 2018·Violin·Online

Very patient. Provided great tips on technique improvement.

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ali Y.

Dedham, MA 02026

(19)

starting at

$40
/ 30-min

About Adina M.

About Adina

This days I am working as a teacher in an after school program in Brookline. I have recently finished all of the requirements for my second BA in Mathematics education and teaching certificate . My first degree is in Industrial Engineering and Management. After working for several years in the industry as an information system analyst I decided to combine my knowledge of Math and Engineering with my passion for teaching and working with children and completed a unique education certification program for graduates called “Mabatim” which includes a second BA in Education and a teacher certification. My teaching experience includes student teaching of Mathematics at the middle school and high school level and two years of working as a teacher working with new immigrants and children from disadvantaged backgrounds between the first and six

th grade.

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Adina M.

Brookline, MA 02446

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$40
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About Chan C.

About Chan

I am a professional flute player, composer, beatmaker, producer, recording engineer, music theory tutor, and a Korean language tutor.

I am currently a semester away to graduate from Berklee College of Music. I am currently double majoring in Music Production&Engineering and Electronic Production&Design. Before then, I was a student in University of North Texas double majoring in Flute Performance and Composition.

I have played flute since 15 years ago every week. I have won many awards as a solo artist, with an ensemble, and with an orchestra. I have been involved with Seattle Youth Symphony, PLU Orchestra, Northwestern All-State Orchestra, and more.

Besides being a flute player, I am a Music Producer, Recording Engineer, and a Beatmaker. I have been in this industry for 4 years and landed a position as a Head Engineer of an R&B Ens

emble. I work with many genres of music, but tend to favor in Electronic Music.

On the side, I teach Korean and Music Theory as I am very comfortable with those and have experience in teaching them.

Karan K.

Karan K.

About Gustavo A.

About Gustavo

Hello, my name is Gustavo and I am from Peru! I moved to the Boston area around 3 years ago. I am excited to help teach others my language! As a native Spanish- speaker I will be able to help with all aspects of the Spanish language both written and spoken. Especially, being able to practice with correct pronunciation. I have my Bachelor's degree in Statistics and spent my time throughout college as a tutoring college students in Statistics and Mathematics. So, even though teaching in Spanish is new to me, the language Spanish is not nor is tutoring. I hope to help you reach your Spanish goals!

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Gustavo A.

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Gustavo A.

Malden, MA 02148

starting at

$25
/ 30-min

About Maggie Z.

About Maggie

My name is Maggie. I recently earned my Master's degree in string performance at Boston University. I have won many prizes as a soloist. As an orchestra musician, I have been playing for 10 years. I have been working as a music teacher for 9 years. I have taught violin, viola and beginner piano lessons. I love developing students love for music. I greatly enjoy teaching music students and sharing my love for music with them.Because of my experiences and education, I am able to assess easily what each student needs and how to help them achieve their goals.

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